B2adjectiveemotions
US/ˈfjʊr.i.əs/
UK/ˈfjʊə.ri.əs/
extremely angry; also done with great energy or speed
In context
My mum was furious when she found out I had skipped school.
Residents are furious about the new parking fees.
They worked at a furious pace to finish before the deadline.
Words that go with furious
adjective + preposition
- furious withShe was furious with her brother for crashing her motorbike.
- furious aboutFans were furious about the referee's decision.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely furiousDad was absolutely furious when he saw the phone bill.
adjective + noun
- furious paceNew apartment blocks are going up at a furious pace.
- furious argumentA furious argument broke out between the two drivers.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He was very furious.Correct: He was absolutely furious.